---
title: Chicken Kofta & Lemony Couscous Bowls
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/chicken-kofta-and-lemony-couscous-bowls-6891a4293f6bb8e963125e58
servings: 2
prep time: 10 minutes
cook time: 10 minutes
time required: 20 minutes
difficulty: Easy
allergens:
  - Milk
  - Wheat
tags:
  - High Protein
  - Quick
  - Easy Prep
  - Mediterranean
  - Dietitian-Approved
rating: 4.0
rating_count: 1100
source_chef: Courtney Laga
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: Many loved the unique kofta and tzatziki flavors, though some wanted extra seasoning
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: Quick and simple for most, but some found it took longer than 20 minutes
image: "data/recipes/chicken-kofta-lemony-couscous-bowls.jpg"
---

In a #small pot{}, bring @israeli couscous{1%cup}, @veggie stock concentrate{1%unit}, and @water{1%cup} to a boil. Once boiling, cover and reduce heat to low. Cook until couscous is tender ~{6-8%minutes}. Fluff with a fork and stir in @olive oil{1%tbsp} and the juice of @lemon{1%unit}.

In a #small microwave-safe bowl{}, combine @white wine vinegar{2%tbsp}, water{3%tbsp}, @sugar{2%tsp}, and a pinch of @salt{1%pinch}. Add @shredded red cabbage{1%cup} and microwave until cabbage softens and liquid boils ~{2%minutes}. Let cool slightly, then drain.

In a #large bowl{}, combine @ground chicken{12%oz}, @panko breadcrumbs{2%tbsp}, half the @garlic powder{½%tsp}, @shawarma spice blend{2%tbsp}, salt{¾%tsp}, and @black pepper{1%pinch}. Form into small patties, 2-3 per person. Heat @cooking oil{1%tbsp} in a #large pan{} over medium-high heat. Cook patties until golden brown and cooked through ~{3-4%minutes} per side.

In a second #small bowl{}, combine @mini cucumber{1%unit}, @mint{2%tbsp}, @sour cream{2%tbsp}, remaining garlic powder, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Stir in the juice of remaining lemon.